# Photo Sensor, 15 m, SPDT Relay, Retroreflective, 24 to 240 VDC, Cable, G10 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GL10-R3812/photo-sensor-15-m-spdt-relay-retroreflective-24-to
**SKU**: GL10-R3812
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €125.7600
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | G10 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | Cable |
| Sensing Range Max | 15m |
| Sensor Output Type | SPDT Relay |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 240V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 24V |

## Datasheet

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GL10-R3812 G10 **SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GL10-R3812 | G10** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS Ordering information **Type Part no.** GL10-R3812 1065898 **Included in delivery:** BEF-G10UC01 (1), P250 (1) Other models and accessories www.sick.com/G10 7 ~~Lo~~ Illustration may differ C€-@ 

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Detailed technical data Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Dual lens|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|20 mm x 50 mm x 51.5 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**<br>**Sensing range max.**|Rectangular<br>0.08 m ... 15 m1)|
||0.08 m ... 12 m2)|
|**Sensing range**|0.15 m ... 12 m1)|
||0.15 m ... 10 m2)|
|**Type of light**<br>**Light source**|Visible red light<br>PinPoint LED3)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**<br>**Wave length**|Ø 58 mm (5 m)<br>625 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer, 270°|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

- 2) Reflector P250. 

- 3) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

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## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|24 V AC/DC ... 240 V AC/DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Power consumption**|≤ 2.5 VA|
|**Switching output**|Relay, SPDT, electrically isolated3)|
|**Switching load max. (current/voltage)**|0.11 A (250 V DC)<br>3 A (30 V DC)<br>3 A (250 V AC)|
|**Response time**|≤ 10 ms|
|**Switching frequency**|20 Hz4)|
|**Connection type**|Cable, 5-wire, 2 m5)|
|**Cable material**|PVC|
|**Conductor cross section**|0.25 mm²|
|**Circuit protection**|C6)|
|**Protection class**|II7)|
|**Weight**|115 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Interference emission**|EN 61000-6-3 (2011-09)8)|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS/PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Relay switching cycles min.**|100.000 cycles (3 A)|
|**Items supplied**|Mounting bracket BEF-G10UC01, Reflector P250|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2<br>EN 61000-6-3 (2011-09)|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–30 °C ... +60 °C9)|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|
|**More standards**|UL32510)|



1) +- 10 %. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Provide suitable spark suppression for inductive or capacitive loads. 

- 4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

5) Do not bend below 0 °C. 

- 6) C = interference suppression. 

- 7) Reference voltage: 250 V AC. 

- 8) In the case of a DC supply (ref. to EN 61000-6-3) the length of cable between the supply source and the sensor must be < 30 m. 

- 9) UL: 0 °C ... +50 °C. 

- 10) Complies with the UL325 standard when used with sturdy protection hood (e.g. BEF-G10WSG, 2071960). 

## Classifications 

|**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270902|



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|**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

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## Light spot size 

Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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Sensing range Sensing range max. 

① Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

- ② Reflector PL20A 

- ③ Reflector PL30A 

- ④ Reflector P250 

- ⑤ Reflector PL40A 

⑥ Reflector PL80A 

## Adjustments 

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⑥ Adjustment of sensing range 

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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

GTE10, GL10, GL10G, AC/DC, cable 

0.5 (.02) 51.5 (2.03) 20 (.79) 47.4 (1.87) ~~0~~ G ~~a~~ llLt cin 42.9 (1.69) 

① Center of optical axis, sender 

- ② Center of optical axis, receiver 

- ③ Mounting hole, Ø 4.2 mm 

- ④ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ⑤ LED indicator green: power on 

## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/G10 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Q-Lock, bar clamp system for G10 and reflector P250, Die-cast zinc, steel, zinc coated|BEF-KHSQ12R01|2071260|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
|Qe|Head A: male connector, M12, 5-pin, straight<br>Cable: unshielded<br>For field bus technology|STE-1205-G|6022083|
|Reflectors||||
|a|Rectangular, screw connection, 51 mm x 61 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|P250|5304812|



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## SICK At A GlAnCe 

SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment. 

We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner. 

Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity. 

For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.” 

## WOrldWIde preSenCe: 

Contacts and other locations www.sick.com 

SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com 



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